Knowing who to call

There's not a spot in my apartment from which you can't see a cross. It's not as much a design choice as it is a reminder. No matter what I am going through, one glance makes me recall there is always someone I can go to for help!

Still inspiring

I cannot tell you how much I am blessed by the treasure I've found in my mother's notes! God's word & the thoughts of a woman seeking to live by it!

Doesn't anyone take home ec anymore?

So I was killing a bit of time and thought I'd sort through some odds & ends. Several years ago when I bought my counter top convection oven it came with a recipe booklet.  I tucked it away and never gave it another thought.  Came across it again tonight so I opened it up.  I was hoping to find some interesting ideas. Instead I had a good chuckle.  Never dreamed there would be a recipe for a baked potato!

It's the little things

Heading to bed early.  Happily excited.  After wearing this sad pair of  glasses held together by tape the last couple of weeks, I'm looking forward to a brand new pair! Amazing how much joy can be found in everyday items if you remember to be grateful for them! 

A step back in time

I love my laundry pod. However, I'll admit washing my clothes for a week at work gives me an appreciation  of what my ancestors faced in doing laundry. Although I didn't have to find a river or rocks to beat the clothes upon; I can say that the amount of cranking needed for this lot wore me out!

I'm late, I'm late........for everything!

I am behind in my correspondence, the few Christmas decorations I set out need to be put away, my suitcase is still on the floor of my closet, and my poinsettia  is nearly dead. Only 22 days into the new year and I've been playing catchup the entire time. 

Everywhere I turn there is someone needing prayer. So it looks like this will be my meditation for 2015

Forever friends

Sisters, the best forever friends.  Who else can you call anytime day or night when you need someone to listen. Someone to let you know you are loved. Someone who will join you in prayer for that which prompted the call in the first  place. Thank you God!

The birth of a bibliophile!

Got lost in my childhood when I was meant to be dusting the bookcase! Funny how even at 53 whenever I open this book I can still hear the voice of my mother reading me this story.  Her sound effects had more whimsy than dad's. His were louder and carried more energy! Both made me feel so loved as they gave many memories to me! I'm certain this is where my love of reading began!

Miles to go!

Much of my father's "career" as a Pastor has consisted of him arising early on Sunday mornings and traveling throughout West Texas to preach in small churches.  Sometimes twice in one morning. He has logged thousands of miles & triumphed over bad storms,  mechanical failures, and flat tires.  So it is with a grateful heart I thank God for his "new-to-him" car! This morning he hit the road once again. I'm thankful for the care and protection in which my Heavenly Father has held my Daddy!

Christmas moments

Snuggled in bed admiring the little tree my favorite girls gave me a couple of years ago. Reminds me of a favorite Christmas moment.  I sneaked into the living room way after bedtime and crawled under the tree to see all the lights above me. I must have fallen asleep because I was still there when I woke the next morning! Thankfully I had a wonderful mother who always encouraged me in moments of whimsy.  She  just covered me with a blanket and left me to enjoy a magical night!